All 22 Are From Hamilton County
Volkswagen Group of America, Chattanooga Operations has hired the first group of production workers for its new manufacturing plant this week. Officials said all of these employees are residents of Hamilton County. The group, consisting of 22 production team members, will spend three weeks in Volkswagen orientation classes which serve as an introduction to Volkswagen products, culture and efficient manufacturing practices. Some of the production team members will travel to other Volkswagen manufacturing facilities around the ...
Former County Jailer Pleads No Contest In Murder Case
A former county jailer and bondsman pleaded no contest in a murder case on Tuesday morning. Floyd H. Goodwin, 40, appeared before Criminal Court Judge Barry Steelman. Prosecutor Steve Smith said a compromise had been worked out in which Goodwin would plead to reckless homicide and receive a two-year prison term. His attorney, Bill Pope, said there will be a sentencing hearing at which Goodwin will ask for probation or for judicial diversion. The hearing was set for April 19. Goodwin remains free on bond though the prosecutor ...
Photo by Kelly Cook
Nolan Elementary School fourth grader Sam Oldham became so concerned about the plight of earthquake victims in Haiti that he asked Principal Kenneth Barker if the school could take up money for the Haitians. The school ended up raising $3,470 for the earthquake victims. BI-LO is matching that amount. The money is being sent to the Red Cross for its Haitian Relief Fund. Sam is shown with Mr. Barker as they display the big check. Click to enlarge. Chattanoogan.com Poll Results
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